Official 2014 Free Agency Thread

**SpursFan86** · 07-11-2014

**Spursfanfromafar** · 07-11-2014

Yes. That trade is gold for them. The Pelicans are fools for taking it.

I think many are underestimating the Davis-Asik frontline. Since when were good bigs - especially good at the defensive end - just given away for middling first round (unknown) prospects?

**crc21209** · 07-11-2014

So fat ass Windhorst just said the Bulls want to wait and see what happens with Melo before they key in on Gasol? Come on Gasol don't wait jist pick the Spurs already..

**Spursfanfromafar** · 07-11-2014

Originally Posted by SpursFan86

One more step, Pau.. One More..

**SpursFan86** · 07-11-2014

Same source as the Marca.com article, but figured I'd post it anyways

**ironman2886** · 07-11-2014

As long as Pau doesn't go to OKC. I'm happy.

**Chinook** · 07-11-2014

Originally Posted by szkorhetz

A 15 millions expiring can be turned into gold in February.

Not really, and it only counts for $8.33 Million.

**Chinook** · 07-11-2014

Originally Posted by Spursfanfromafar

I think many are underestimating the Davis-Asik frontline. Since when were good bigs - especially good at the defensive end - just given away for middling first round (unknown) prospects?

They would have been better off keeping Lopez. I think they're pretty much tied in overall impact, and Lopez is cheaper. But bigs don't have the trade value they used to.

**littlecoyotecoin** · 07-11-2014

Originally Posted by Chinook

There was a time not too long ago that the Spurs had five PGs on their roster (just last year, actually). I just can't imagine Pop rolling with just two healthy ones. Sure, Anderson, Diaw and especially Ginobili can handle the ball. But they can't play the position defensively. I think Bonner is on the outs now, but the team may well not match an offer sheet to Baynes or even cut Ayres.

Forgot, do you really think they will eat those salaries, Daye or Ayres? I put that way out in the tail of probability. This team is just so good with money and staying competetive in a small market, I don't see them throwing away a million or two. That is why I am leaning toward the other options.

**objective** · 07-11-2014

Originally Posted by ironman2886

As long as Pau doesn't go to OKC. I'm happy.

Agreed. He would probably help okc more than the spurs. But acquiring him hurts okc, so that's the important thing.

I'd miss Baynes, a lot. But keeping gasol from okc looks more important.

**Chinook** · 07-11-2014

Originally Posted by littlecoyotecoin

Forgot, do you really think they will eat those salaries, Daye or Ayres? I put that way out in the tail of probability. This team is just so good with money and staying competetive in a small market, I don't see them throwing away a million or two. That is why I am leaning toward the other options.

They were willing to eat Malcolm Thomas' salary last year. With the stretch provision, small salaries are even easier to waive.

**Cowboys_Wear_Spurs** · 07-11-2014

Originally Posted by objective

Agreed. He would probably help okc more than the spurs. But acquiring him hurts okc, so that's the important thing.

I'd miss Baynes, a lot. But keeping gasol from okc looks more important.

I don't think the Spurs will get rid of Baynes, it will Aryes for sure. They are sending Daye and Aryes to Vegas. IMO its to see who gets to stay and who gets the boot.

**SpursFan86** · 07-11-2014

I don't see us keeping Baynes if we get Pau.

**Spursfanfromafar** · 07-11-2014

Originally Posted by Chinook

They would have been better off keeping Lopez. I think they're pretty much tied in overall impact, and Lopez is cheaper. But bigs don't have the trade value they used to.

But Lopez left in 2013. They don't have a beefy center to pair with Davis, who is legitimately a four in the TD/KG mode. Asik should be ideal for them. Besides, he has that attractive cap contract for next season (only season). Makes more sense than Lopez.

**littlecoyotecoin** · 07-11-2014

Originally Posted by Chinook

They were willing to eat Malcolm Thomas' salary last year. With the stretch provision, small salaries are even easier to waive.

Ok, interesting. More flexibility than I thought they had.

**ironman2886** · 07-11-2014

Baynes is a good asset to have. I still want him on this team. Ayers and Daye, hit the road.

**Cowboys_Wear_Spurs** · 07-11-2014

Originally Posted by SpursFan86

I don't see us keeping Baynes if we get Pau.

Baynes is the Spurs enforcer. You always need like a guy like that on your roster. Plus he has proven himself against the likes Howard, Lopez, and Adams on defense.